Motorists have been warned to take care as strong winds were forcast to hit Teesside.

The Highways Agency is advising road users to take particular caution on the A19 Tees Viaduct.

Road users driving high-sided vehicles, riding motorcycles or towing caravans are being urged to check traffic and weather conditions before setting out on journeys and to heed any advice such as speed restrictions.

Met Office forecasters are predicting winds of 50-70mph across the North between 6pm tonight Sunday August 10 and 7am tomorrow Monday August 11.

Conditions on the roads are expected to be exacerbated by persistent and often heavy rain.

The public have been advised to be aware of the risk from strong winds, which can cause damage through fallen trees and debris landing onto roads.

The weather is forecast to improve after 7am on Monday August 11 with showers throughout the week.